Thanksgiving Holiday Weight Gain in College Students
Author Information
Author(s): Holly R Hull, Radley Duncan, Mary K Dinger, David A Fields
Primary Institution: University of Oklahoma
Hypothesis
Does body weight change during the Thanksgiving holiday in college students?
Conclusion
Participants gained a significant amount of body weight during the Thanksgiving holiday, particularly those who were overweight or obese.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants gained an average of 0.5 kg during the Thanksgiving holiday.
- Graduate students gained an average of 0.8 kg.
- Overweight/obese participants gained an average of 1.0 kg.
Takeaway
College students tend to gain weight during Thanksgiving, especially if they are already overweight. This could lead to long-term health issues.
Methodology
Participants were measured for body weight before and after the Thanksgiving holiday, with data collected from 94 college students.
Potential Biases
Self-selection bias may have occurred as participants had a personal interest in monitoring their weight.
Limitations
The study may have self-selection bias and participants might have altered their behavior due to awareness of the study's focus.
Participant Demographics
Participants were predominantly Caucasian (75%), with a mix of African Americans (5%), Asians (4%), Hispanics (10%), and Native Americans (6%).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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